AlzInColor

06/01/2026

New research shows that metabolic conditions like diabetes may shape future dementia risk, particularly in Latino communities.

People with diabetes had higher levels of blood signals associated with abnormal tau, a protein that becomes harmful in Alzheimer's disease. Detecting these concerns in the blood could make monitoring easier by eliminating the need for brain scans or spinal fluid tests.

This and other studies show that addressing brain health means addressing the full person, from physical health to community resources to culturally relevant care.

Explore more about the study here: https://today.ucsd.edu/story/uc-san-diego-study-links-diabetes-to-early-alzheimers-related-changes-in-the-blood-of-latino-adults

05/28/2026

Brain health doesn't have to decline as we age. Not only is the brain stronger than many of us were told, but it can continue to improve at any age.

Simple, everyday habits like staying socially connected, learning new things, managing stress, and staying mentally engaged can all make a real difference over time.

Even better, small changes add up. In a new study, people who spent 5 to 15 minutes per day incorporating brain-healthy habits into their daily lives saw some of the greatest improvements in brain health.

Learn the science and some healthy habits here: https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-say-cognitive-decline-isnt-inevitable-your-brain-can-improve-at-any-age/

05/27/2026

💡 Did you know early conversations about brain health can lead to improved quality of life, earlier support, and better planning?

But too often, those conversations are delayed—or avoided altogether.

Join AlzInColor for:
“It Starts with a Conversation: Taking the First Step in Brain Health”

In this session, you’ll gain the clarity and tools to take action with confidence.

During this webinar, you’ll:
🧠 Understand what brain health really means
📍 Find trusted, culturally relevant resources
💬 Feel more prepared to start the conversation

Don’t wait until it feels urgent—start now. Raise the Volume!

🗓️ Thursday, May 28
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM EST

👉🏽 Join the conversation and register today: https://bit.ly/AlzInColorWebinar1_05-28-2026

05/25/2026

We often hear the phrase: “All gave some, and some gave all.”

This , we honor the service members who made the ultimate sacrifice. We remember their lives, their courage, and the families and communities who carry their legacy forward.

We also recognize that we honor their sacrifice by caring for those who are still here with us.

For many veterans, especially Black and Latino veterans, the weight of service doesn’t end when they return home. The effects can linger in ways we don’t always see, including impacts on brain health. Conditions like trauma, stroke, and chronic disease can shape cognitive health over time, often compounded by disparities in access to care and support.

That’s why safeguarding brain health is part of how we honor service.

It means:
• Making brain health conversations more accessible and culturally relevant
• Supporting caregivers and families who carry this responsibility every day
• Expanding access to preventive care and long-term support through programs with the VA and others

The sacrifices so many veterans made were to help us look forward and grow. We honor them by showing up for veterans of all ages in our communities, today and in the years ahead. You’ll find a link to resources from the VA below that may help you care for a veteran with brain health concerns.

We also encourage you to visit some of our partner organizations, like NABVETS, to find or create support in your neighborhood.

VA resources: https://www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/pages/Alzheimers_and_Dementia_Care.asp

05/22/2026

Brain health conversations often start too late.

In this discussion, Dr. Alvaro Puig and Jeanette Contreras (Organization for Latino Health Advocacy) focus on what can change that. Starting conversations earlier about memory and thinking changes how we understand what’s normal or what to expect. Leveraging trusted community leaders and healthcare professionals can reduce stigma so our loved ones don’t hide health concerns.

Our conversations with each other matter because they help bring important health information into spaces where people already feel safe.

Having these conversations is how we truly respect our elders.

And the need is urgent. By 2030, nearly 40% of those living with Alzheimer’s will be Black or Latino.

Watch the video to learn more. https://youtu.be/vwrqV2rr0ew

Memory & Thought Conversations: Dr. Alvaro Puig & Jeanette Contreras

05/21/2026

📣 This is more than a webinar—it’s a conversation that could change how you think about brain health.

We’re one week away from:
“It Starts with a Conversation: Taking the First Step in Brain Health”

Featuring two powerful voices bringing both expertise and lived experience:

🎙️ Dr. Bashir Easter
Patient Advocate, Former Caregiver, Founder of Melanin Minded LLC

🎙️ Dr. Nicole Rochester
Physician Advocate, Founder & CEO of Your GPS Doc, LLC

Together, they’ll share what to look for, how to take action, and how to navigate care with confidence—without stigma.

✨ Whether you’re interested in your own brain health or supporting someone you love, this conversation is for you. Let’s “Raise the Volume” together.

🗓️ Thursday, May 28, 2026
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM EST

👉🏽 Save your spot (invite friends and family members) by registering today: https://bit.ly/AlzInColorWebinar1_05-28-2026

Your GPS Doc

05/20/2026

Chicago caregiver and advocate Shon Lowe is navigating two brain health journeys at once: supporting her mother living with dementia while also advocating for answers about her own cognitive changes.

After doctors dismissed her concerns as menopause-related, Shon trusted herself, pushed for answers, and ultimately learned she carried a genetic risk linked to Alzheimer’s disease.

Shon shared, “I could either avoid the conversation and hope for the best or do something most people in our communities are discouraged from doing, which is ask questions early and insist on being taken seriously. I chose to pursue genetic testing before anything got worse. That was the turning point.”

Her story is a powerful reminder that:
🧠 Early detection matters
🗣️ Self-advocacy matters
🤝🏽 Black women deserve to be heard and taken seriously

Shon also speaks openly about the barriers many Black families face around trust, access, and brain health awareness—and why culturally rooted community support is essential.

Thank you, Shon, for sharing your story and helping raise the volume on brain health awareness and equity.

Read the full article from Caregiving Magazine:
https://chicagocaregiving.com/two-brain-health-journeys-one-mission/

A daughter’s fight for medical attention and cognitive justice

05/18/2026

People care deeply about their brain health, but many still aren’t sure what steps to take.

A new Alzheimer's Association report found:
• 99% of people say brain health is as important as physical health
• Only 9% feel they know how to protect their brain health as they age

The good news? Small lifestyle choices can support healthier brain aging over time.

🧠 Staying physically active
🥗 Eating balanced, brain-healthy foods
😴 Prioritizing sleep
🫶 Staying socially connected
🩺 Managing blood pressure and overall health

Brain health isn’t just about aging—it’s about the choices we make every day to care for our minds and bodies.

For many Black and Latino communities, there’s also a strong desire for more culturally relevant information and support around brain health.

That’s why AlzInColor exists: to help raise awareness, encourage conversations, and share trusted resources.

Read the full report:
https://www.alz.org/news/2026/facts-figures-report-brain-health

05/15/2026

Brain health starts in our communities.

For many Black and Latino families, conversations about memory, aging, and cognitive changes begin with trusted spaces—family, faith communities, fraternities and sororities, barbershops, salons, and peers.

These spaces provide support, but they shouldn’t have to carry the burden alone.

Improving brain health means connecting trusted community networks with clear, culturally relevant information and care.

So we want to hear from you:
💬 Where do people in your community go first for brain health support?
💬 What organizations are doing this well?
💬 Where have you seen community trust successfully connected to healthcare resources?

At AlzInColor, we’re committed to learning from and uplifting organizations making a difference, including partners like the Black Women's Health Imperative, Caregiver Action Network, and the National Hispanic Medical Association.

We also maintain state-specific resources to help individuals and families find local support: https://www.alzincolor.com/state-resources

Let’s raise the volume on brain health together.

05/14/2026

affects millions of Americans – including people in our own communities.

AlzInColor is proud to support the launch of This is ALZ, a campaign amplifying the voices of people living with the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s. These individuals share what life after diagnosis looks like – and how they navigate each day with strength, connection and hope.

Because we believe everyone deserves to be seen and heard as we work to break stigma and normalize conversations about brain health and Alzheimer’s. Explore their stories: www.thisisalz.com